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Activity 1 Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

Learn how to rename a mixed number as an improper fraction.

Method 1 Use a model.

Model 3 1 using squares. 3 1 111 1
4 4 4

Divide each square 11 1 1
44 4 4
into 4 equal parts.

There are thirteen 1 pieces. 4
4

Method 2 Use multiplication. 3 1 3 3
4 4
Multiply the denominator by
the whole number. Then add
the numerator.

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1 . Write each mixed number as an improper fraction.

a. 2 2 11 2 b. 2 5 2
5 5 6
1 6
5 1
5 1 1
1 5 6
5

c. 2 d. 5 e. 4
3 8 5
2 1 3

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